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Can an abdominal ct scan w/o contrast detect pancreatic cancer? or at least show tumors?

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Dr. Creighton Wright answered

Specializes in surgery

It may: Size, location, and associated cystic component and / or distortion may all show. Contrast may show some smaller, less distinct features.

Answered 4/8/2016

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Dr. Ihab Ibrahim answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Can: But better with and without contrast.

Answered 2/3/2014

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